MRC Postdoctoral Research Scientist: The MRC is seeking a highly skilled and motivated postdoctoral scientist to join the Functional Gene Control group, led by Dr. Mikhail Spivakov, to explore the role of enhancers and regulatory networks in gene expression related to disease-linked genetic variants.
Title: MRC Postdoctoral Research Scientist
Designation:
Postdoctoral Research Scientist
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Regulatory genomics, Enhancers, CRISPR perturbation assays, Chromosomal conformation analysis, Machine Learning, Gene regulation |
| Location | London |
| Salary | £41,344 plus London allowances (£5,385) per annum |
| Contract Duration | 3 years fixed term |
| Closing Date for Applications | 21/04/2025 |
Eligibility/Qualification:
- For Computational Scientists: Experience in applying and developing advanced statistical and AI approaches to epigenomics data, with proficiency in R and Python for genomic data manipulation.
- For Wet-lab Scientists: Strong experience in high-throughput epigenomics and/or CRISPR targeting assays, with a record of successful methodology development. Some computational experience in genomic data analysis is desirable.
- Candidates should be willing and have a record of applying for personal postdoctoral fellowships within their first year.
Job Description:
The chosen candidate will operate within a collaborative and interdisciplinary team to investigate how enhancers, enhancer-promoter contacts, and cis-regulatory networks influence gene expression. Responsibilities include:
- Conducting experiments and analyses utilizing both wet-lab and computational approaches.
- Developing innovative strategies for studying epigenomic data.
- Contributing to ongoing research projects and potential funding applications.
This role offers comprehensive training and development, supporting early-career scientists in establishing their research credentials.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should complete an online application by submitting the following:
- CV
- Names and contact details of two scientific references
- A cover letter detailing motivation for applying and how they meet the job requirements.
Please ensure to quote reference number: LMS 2584 in your application.
Last Date for Apply:
21st April 2025
This is an opportunity to join a prestigious research institute, contributing to groundbreaking work in gene regulation and epigenomics.
